Today’s Article – Shaker Sewing Table

Many experienced woodworkers and some of those who are new to woodworking are infatuated with Shaker furniture. I began my woodworking in the exact same way. I would choose Shaker over other styles because I enjoyed the simplistic designs and straight lines the Shakers put into each piece. Plus, I found the use of the drop leaf used on many sewing-room pieces to be a great design feature.

In today’s article (our first project article available only to our subscribers), I lead readers through the step-by-step project build of a Shaker Sewing table, a two-drawer table which has plenty of uses around the home. You’ll discover another method to taper legs, plow mortises using a router and learn how to work with and finish curly (or flame) birch. And there’s a short video showing how to layout and install drop-leaf hinges so you’re leaf swings easily and accurately for years.

If you’re not a subscriber, take a look at our free premier issue for a taste of what we’re presenting. In that free issue, you can read the article “Machine Milling Mastery,” which walks you through the steps to achieve straight, flat and true boards. And take a look at the table of contents for our first issue to see what else you’re missing.